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Form of workJoin the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
As an Cardiac Sonographer Trainee, you will perform diagnostic procedures under the supervision of a registered Cardiac Sonographer to assess cardiac structures and hemodynamics in accordance with accepted protocols as directed by physicians.
The Ideal caregiver is someone who:
Has strong communication skills.
Has a Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographer (RDCS) credential.
Works well in a close-knit, teambuilding environment.
Can make decisive judgement under minimal supervision.
Can provide empathy and compassion in a patient-centered environment.
At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you. Here, you'll find that we offer: resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future. When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.
Job Responsibilities:
- Sets up and adjusts all equipment and manually maneuvers transducers to perform exams.
- Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures.
- Performs routine echocardiograms under the supervision of a Registered Cardiac Sonographer.
- Recognizes significant structures, artifacts, pathology and equipment limitations.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education:
- Currently enrolled in a Medical Diagnostic Sonography program specializing in Echocardiography, or BSN in Nursing or Master's Degree in exercise physiology, kinesiology or similar related field.
- Individual will be evaluated continuously and will be promoted to Cardiac Sonographer within a minimum of 6 months or maximum of 12 months.
Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers is required.
Competencies (Complexity of Work):
- Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Work Experience:
- Currently enrolled in a Medical Diagnostic Sonography program specializing in Echocardiography and completing their clinicals at Cleveland Clinic or worked in a patient care setting as an Exercise Physiologist or Registered Nurse for one year.
Physical Requirements:
- Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
- Ability to push and maneuver 500-pound equipment and motor coordination to operate equipment.
- Be able to assist patients when necessary.
Personal Protective Equipment:
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures
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